International Conference on “Smart Solution of a Green Future: AI in Ecosystem and Climate Action 2026″ brings together leading scientists, technologists, and policymakers to explore how cutting-edge artificial intelligence can drive sustainable environmental solutions. International Center for Chemical and Biological Sciences (ICCBS), University of Karachi; Federal Urdu University of Arts, Science and Technology (FUUAST); Alliance of National and International Science Organizations for the Belt and Road Regions (ANSO); Pakistan Academy of Sciences (PAS); and the China-Pakistan Joint Research Center on Earth Sciences, Institute of Mountain Hazards and Environment (IMHE), Chinese Academy of Science.
The event aims to foster scientific exchange and international collaboration while promoting innovative and AI-enabled approaches to environmental challenges and sustainable development. It will also provide valuable opportunities for young researchers to engage with leading experts, develop research partnerships, and strengthen scientific capacity.

With more than 300 participants expected from across the world, the conference will serve as an important forum for knowledge exchange, networking, collaborative research, and the development of practical solutions for a greener and more sustainable future.

We would be deeply honoured by your participation and valuable contribution to this important international gathering.

Important Dates

Event Date: October 27-29, 2026
Registration: October,10 2026
Abstract Submission Deadline: October,05 2026

Proposed Agenda Topics

The focus will be on the application of smart technologies to environmental challenges:

  • AI-based climate modelling and early warning systems.
  • Smart agriculture and precision ecosystem management.
  • Big data applications in biodiversity monitoring.
  • AI governance for environmental ethics.

 

Chief Organizers

  1. Prof. Dr. M. Tufail Jokhio — VC, UoK
  2. Prof. Dr. Zabta Khan Shinwari — VC, FUUAST
  3. Prof. Dr. M. Raza Shah — Director, ICCBS
  4. Prof. Dr. M. Aslam Baig — Director, PAS
  5. Prof. Tianhua Hong — IMHE

 

Call for Papers

Submit Paper

Submission Guidelines:!

We invite contributors to submit original, unpublished work that integrates Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, and Earth Science to address regional climate and ecosystem challenges, especially within the Belt and Road regions. Submissions may include research papers, technical studies, policy analyses, or cutting-edge case studies demonstrating the use of AI in climate modeling, smart agriculture, biodiversity monitoring, or early warning systems for natural disasters. All manuscripts should clearly outline the research problem, methods, and key findings, and must follow standard academic formatting with an accompanying abstract. Selected submissions will be considered for oral or poster presentations, and at least one author must register and attend the conference to present their work.

Submissions are welcome on (but not limited to) the following themes:

  • Promoting AI-enabled innovations for climate resilience, biodiversity conservation, and ecosystem restoration.
  • Supporting sustainable and high-quality development across Belt and Road regions and the Global South.
  • Advancing research in AI-based climate modeling, early warning systems, and environmental forecasting.
  • Enhancing smart agriculture and precision ecosystem management through digital and data-driven tools.
  • Leveraging big-data analytics for biodiversity monitoring and ecological decision-making.
  • Strengthening ethical and responsible AI governance for environmental applications.
  • Fostering international scientific collaboration among China, Pakistan, and broader BRI partners.
  • Empowering young scientists and early-career researchers to contribute to global sustainability dialogues.

An individual paper proposal should include a title, an abstract (up to 250 words), and a short biographical note (up
to 150 words).

For further conference information and submission instructions, please email to [email protected] or visit https://fuuast.edu.pk/oric/

Key Speakers:

    1. Prof. Qasim Jan — Pakistan Academy of Sciences
    2. Prof. Kausar A. Malik — Pakistan Academy of Sciences
    3. Prof. Zeng Yi — Chinese Academy of Sciences
    4. Prof. Luisa Orsini — University of Birmingham
    5. Prof. Guo Huadong — CBAS, China
    6. Prof. Tianhua Hong — China
    7. Prof. Peng Cui — China
    8. Dr. Shahbaz Khan — UNESCO Regional Head, Beijing

CORRESPONDENCE
Dr. Sadia Khalil
Conference Secretariat
Office of the ORIC, Gulshan-e-Iqbal Campus,
Federal Urdu University of Arts, Sciences and Technology.
Or E-mail @ [email protected]

VENUE

 The conference will be held at the green campus of the International Center for Chemical and Biological Sciences, University of Karachi. The ICCBS campus is located at about 20 min drive Jinnah International Airport (Karachi). and about 30 min away from the largest shopping areas in the center of the city, Banks, post office, stores, restaurants, and travel agencies are also located within a short distance of the conference venue. Participants staying on-campus will be provided with transport to take them to various shopping centers and other attractions in the city as per the schedule.

LANGUAGE

 The official language of the conference will be English.

 ACCOMMODATION

 All participants will be accommodated in the National and International Guest Houses and foreign scholar lodges of the ICCBS having excellent accommodation and recreational facilities.

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